Thursday, December 8, 2011

Christmas in the Kitchen

Christmas in the kitchen starts with the pot rack, the countertop accents, and the kitchen table.

The pot rack is really the focal point of the kitchen.

I kept things pretty simple. I added muted red, green, and copper ornaments, to the existing copper pots. I also added a garland of red berries; and gold berry picks were randomly placed around the perimeter.

As you enter the kitchen, this jolly guy is there to greet you:

Doesn't he look happy?

It's because he knows my thrifting secrets! A couple of weeks ago, I came across this dish and canape plate by Fitz and Floyd. I found the dish at Goodwill; and later, that same day, I found the plate at the Salvation Army thrift store:

I got the plate for $1.99 and the dish was $3.99...a true 'steal' for Fitz and Floyd!

I purchased some inexpensive bells at Hobby Lobby, covered them with a small cloche, and created this vignette. This is the 'Woodland Santa' from my collection:

For the holidays, I always purchase fresh fruit for the tiered bowl...

In keeping with the Tuscan feel, two simple wreaths were placed on the french doors, leading to the home office, just off the kitchen:

I decorated them with beaded fruit, gilded pinecones, and glittery leaves and berries.

In the corner, near the sink, a miniature tea set holds candy canes...

I also used a cake plate to hold a mini sleigh and ornaments...

On the center island, near the cooktop, is this little group of accessories...

The harlequin fleur de lis jar is filled with leftover ornaments...

In the background, there are also two wall pockets, filled with glittered fruit, on both sides of the kitchen window (forgot to get a closeup pic)...and this wreath hangs between them, above the kitchen sink...

Then, it's over to the kitchen table...

I wanted to keep the red, green, and gold color scheme going...I found a set of 8 yellow/gold stoneware plates at the Salvation Army thrift store, a couple of weeks ago. They are from Williams-Sonoma. I only paid $2.99 per plate!

I bought these great dessert plates, several years ago, (I don't remember where), but they tell the story, "Twas The Night Before Christmas"...

I added amber and green goblets, and red pressed glass. I love the vintage appeal of the pressed glass...

I also made a centerpiece to compliment the one in the dining room, and added amber votives and mini ornaments...

37 comments:

Shenita, my friend, you are on a roll and I am enjoying every second of it! WOW!! Your kitchen looks so warm and festive. Your plates and Santa's are too cute! Love the table setting, and I love the centerpiece. Well done! xo ~Liz

Hi Shenita! Oh, your kitchen looks gorgeous! I love what you've done with your pot rack! Amazing! All of your beautiful vignettes and your table setting! You just put us all to shame! :)Be a sweetie,Shelia ;)

WOW! I'm a bit behind and had to do some catching up with several of your posts, so now I'm on a "blogger high" from seeing all your beautiful decor. Everything from your mantel to the bannister to the dining room and now to your kitchen is STUNNING! Any one area or all of them could easily be pictures in some awesome magazine. I love all your Tuscan colors incorporated into the decor. I don't have any of it, but I'm lovin' the chocolate browns you have used -- maybe next year?CAS

GIRL, you have done it once again!! I am absolutely in LOVE with your home. It is SO gorgeous!! Your kitchen is so elegant and beautiful! I do a gingbread/candy theme in mine it's the only place in the house that's fun/whimsy Love it all girl I adore your santa with the leopard print too cute and those flitz and floyd items you scored! AWESOME!!! I keep telling myself to shop at goodwill or discount stores whenever I read your posts :) I am off to look again!!

Shenita you simply amaze me with your skills! Your home always shines with beautiful accessories and a has such a welcoming feeling. I absolutely love your tiered rack filled with fruit. Gorgeous! Thanks for sharing your home and blog with us.

I miss you too! I'm just not decorating like I used too. I will soon. Then you guys will see way too many decorating posts from me. Ha! :)

Ohhh my goodness...I just knew it!!! I knew that you're kitchen would be Christmas FABULOUS, my friend! I really like how you decorated your pretty pot rack! So very festive and beautiful! Hmmm...now you have me thinking...what can I do with my pot rack? Hehe! I really do enjoy coming to your place...I always leave inspired! I loved getting a peek at all of your pretty Christmas vignettes! Love the cloche with the big bells...that's so pretty! And of course, I just adore your beautiful Christmas table! Sooo...you make all of your own floral centerpieces? Girl, you are so talented! Your floral arrangements are some of the pretties that I've ever seen! Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful Christmas with us, dear friend! It's always such a treat to come to your gorgeous home!

I'm so glad that you stopped by for a visit. I soooo enjoyed your sweet note, dear friend...thank you!

Everything looks so pretty, Shenita! I think that's why your Santa is looking so jolly! Great find on the Fitz & Floyd pieces. I have a few of F&F pieces myself. Have yet to hit the Salvation Army here, but plan to soon.

This is just plain beautiful! I love your style. You have a knack of making thing abundant without looking cluttered or overdone. You also manage to make it look elegant yet really warm. Just beautiful. I'm glad I found this blog through the blogger block party!

Shenita!!!!! You have such a GIFT! I lOVE your blog!!! GORGEOUS Home!!!!! Wish we lived closer, I would have you over for a cup of coffee!!!! =) I was born and raised near Houston and, went to college in Denton, TX. My husband and I lived in Denton x 11 years before moving to Memphis. Merry, Merry!!!! =)BethFlair For Home

This is so gorgeous and elegant! It is breathtaking! You are such an artist at decorating and taking care of every little detail.The decor on the potrack is fabulous....but it's all fabulous, my friend.

Oh Shenita, you make your home look so beautiful, I just love how elegant everything is, starting from your elegant santa, the dishes are so pretty and what a price! I love it how you don't miss every detail, that's why everything looks so gorgeous sweet friend. Your pot rack decorations is amazing! Happy week and Merry Christmas! FABBY

Shenita, your Christmas decor is just fabulous. Every single one of your vignettes is stunning. I love your floral arrangements also and your wreaths. Such an elegant and lovely home. Thanks so much for joining TTT. Hugs, Marty

Hi, Shenita!!! You have been super, super busy with your preparations for Christmas!!! I love everything you have done, especially the decor on the hanging pot rack! Your Santas are cool, and I love the fruit display. Beautiful! Great snag on the Fitz & Floyd!!!!! Rummaging through all that stuff at the thrift stores really pays off sometimes! The dessert plates are so cute, too! Perfect for a hefty slice of pie! Now that all of your decorating is done, I hope you are able to kick back, relax a little, and just enjoy the holiday. Merry Christmas from our family to yours!

SHOP KINSLEY ARMELLE JEWELRY

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Wife. Mother. Lifestyle Blogger. I'm a Southern girl, born and raised in Louisiana, who migrated to Texas, and loves everything about decorating and entertaining. I call my decor style a "gumbo". It's Southern style, with a twist. It's a dash of Tuscan, a splash of French, a pinch of Old World and a hint of Contemporary. I invite you to join me as I share my fabulous finds and lifestyle ideas.